CPSC2004-09-21
CPSC, Wild Country Ltd. Announce Recall of Helium Carabiners
DMM Engineering, of Gwynedd, U.K.
Hazard
The carabiner gate may come open under a heavy load, which will significantly reduce the strength of the carabiner. The carabiner could break if the climber falls, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the climber.
Remedy
Consumer should call the firm for instructions on returning these carabiners. The firm will reimburse shipping expenses and send the consumer a replacement.
Sold at
Recreational sports stores nationwide, from April 2004 through July 2004, for between $11 and $25.
Affected count
About 1,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
United Kingdom
Products
Wild Country-brand Helium carabiners used in rock climbing
Consumer contact
Call Wild Country toll free at (800) 997- HELI between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.wildcountry.co.uk
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Wild-Country-Ltd-Announce-Recall-of-Helium-Carabiners-Don't want to check this manually?
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